1988 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Justy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Justy weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Samara | Justy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |